5 Things to do While in Rostov-on-Don
The city of Rostov-on-Don lies all along the
banks of the Don river. It is a beautiful place to wander around; there are
many green spaces, and during the summertime, you can bask in the sun or go on
a relaxing boat ride down the river, a glass of wine in hand.
Walk along Pushkin Street
Pushkin Street is the main promenade in the
downtown city area. The street, named after Alexander Pushkin, is full of
cafés, bars, restaurants and historical statues, along with
beautiful flowers and trees; it’s an ideal place to spend a relaxing weekend.
Don State Public Library, located in a unique modern building and one of the
biggest libraries outside of Moscow, also sits on Pushkin Street.
The
embankment
Take
a walk on the embankment by the slow-flowing Don river. Street performers
entertain and provide activities for the public during the summer months, and
many people opt to take a boat ride on the water. You can even get on a disco
boat here and dance the night away.
Rostov’s
Central Market
This place has everything that a Russian regional
market should have; meat and fish, sweets, ice cream, excellent salads, and a
few delicacies from Korea and Georgia. You won’t find many souvenirs for
tourists here, but it is still worth wandering the stalls.
Bogoroditsa
Cathedral
Bogoroditsa Cathedral is
the main and the biggest cathedral in Rostov-on-Don. This traditional Orthodox
place of worship is similar to other Russian cathedrals in some aspects;
however, its beauty is very distinct. Also, women must cover their head upon
entering, in order to conform with strict Orthodox tradition.
Azov
Once
you’ve checked out all the main historical places in Rostov-on-Don, and you
have some time to spare, you should make sure to stop by the nearby town of
Azov. Steeped in history, the town once served as a Turkish outpost, and today
is home to the remains of Azov Castle.
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